Lena Headey is an English actress, born on October 3, 1973, in Hamilton, Bermuda. She spent her early childhood in Bermuda before moving with her family to Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England. From a young age, Headey showed a strong interest in acting, frequently participating in school plays during her middle school years.
Her entrance into acting began at the age of 17 when a casting agent noticed her during a one-off performance. Impressed by her presence, he photographed her and invited her to audition. This opportunity led to her debut in film with a supporting role in the 1992 drama Waterland, marking the beginning of her career in cinema. She quickly secured another notable role in the critically acclaimed film The Remains of the Day (1993), which received eight Academy Award nominations.
Lena Headey continued to build a strong acting portfolio throughout the 1990s and 2000s. In 2001, she received the Silver Iris Award for Best Actress at the Brussels European Film Festival for her role in the independent film Aberdeen.
She gained international fame for portraying Cersei Lannister in HBO's hit series Game of Thrones (2011–2019). Her performance earned critical acclaim, several award nominations, and established her as one of television’s most recognizable figures during the show's run. Headey reportedly earned $1.1 million per episode by the final seasons, placing her among the highest-paid television actors of the time.
Despite her successful career, Headey faced a period of financial difficulty. In 2013, during divorce proceedings, she revealed having less than $5,000 in her bank account. This disclosure came despite earlier earnings from her Game of Thrones role. Variations in income due to legal expenses and inconsistent work schedules have been cited as potential contributing factors.
Claims stating that her net worth is around $1.5 billion are inaccurate. More reliable sources estimate her net worth to be between $9 million and $12 million, accumulated through her decades of work in film and television.
Headey’s personal life has been marked by a series of high-profile relationships. She dated English actor Jason Flemyng after they met on the set of The Jungle Book (1994). Their relationship lasted nearly a decade, from 1994 to 2003. The couple even got matching tattoos of each other’s names in Thai, a testament to the seriousness of their bond during that period.
She later became involved with actor Johnny Cicco, whom she met while filming The Brothers Grimm (2005). The two were reportedly engaged between 2004 and 2007, but the relationship ended before they could marry.
In 2007, Headey met musician Peter Loughran. The couple married the same year, and their son, Wylie Elliot Loughran, was born on March 31, 2010. However, their marriage faced challenges, and they separated in 2011. Headey filed for divorce in July 2012, citing irreconcilable differences. The divorce was finalized on December 26, 2013. The couple has agreed to share custody of their son.
Though she keeps much of her private life out of the public eye, Headey has occasionally drawn media attention for rumored relationships. One such rumor links her romantically to actor Pedro Pascal, her co-star from Game of Thrones. However, neither has publicly confirmed the relationship.
Lena Headey remains an influential figure in the entertainment industry, recognized for her strong screen presence and versatile performances. Despite the personal and financial hurdles she has faced, she continues to be respected for her resilience and talent.
| Birth Date: | 3 Oct, 1973 |
| Age: | 46 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Voice actor Film actor |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Hamilton |
| Education: | Shelley College |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | Una actriz que conoces pero no sabes de dónde jajajajaja |
| Twitter Id: | IAMLenaHeadey |
| Spouse: | Peter Loughran[2007-2013] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 12 million |
